What Happened on June 11, 1982

Historical Events

"E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial", directed by Steven Spielberg, starring Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore, is released

Defending champion Larry Holmes TKOs Gerry Cooney in 13 for WBC and The Ring heavyweight boxing titles at Caesars Palace, LV, Nevada

Pope John Paul II visits Argentina

American basketball player (10 x WNBA All Star, Phoenix Mercury; Olympic gold 2004, 08, 12, 16, 20), born in Glendale, California

Eldar Rønning, Norwegian cross-country skier, born in Levanger, Norway
Joey Graham, American basketball player (Toronto Raptors), born in Wilmington, Delaware
Johnny Candido, American professional wrestler, born in Spring Lake, New Jersey
Stephen Graham, American basketball player, born in Wilmington, Delaware

Day of the Week: Friday
How Long Ago? 40 years, 7 months and 21 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Dog
Star Sign: Gemini